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Western Telegraph
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Sanna Duthie documentary to be shown at Torch Theatre
Harrier Trail Running will show Sanna: Against The Tide on Wednesday, July 30, at the Torch Theatre, Milford Haven. The film follows Ms Duthie's attempt to set the fastest known time on the 186-mile Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Tickets are priced at £7.50, with all proceeds going to the Pembrokeshire National Trust. Attendees have the option to join a 7km trail run with Ms Duthie at 6.30pm before the film screening at 8pm. The 30–45 minute documentary provides an inside look at endurance running, highlighting challenges such as wild weather and tough decisions made mid-race. Viewers will also have the opportunity to meet Ms Duthie, Kate Parker, founder of Harrier Trail Running, and Stephen Reid, the filmmaker. The film celebrates local landscapes and talent, and the power of community.
Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Torch Theatre invites entries for panto villain competition
The Torch Theatre's latest design competition will see the winning entry transformed into a key character for this year's festive pantomime, Rapunzel. Entrants are being asked to imagine and create an 'evil sea creature' that will appear on stage throughout the show, which runs from Saturday, December 6 to Sunday, December 28. Tim Howe, senior manager of youth and community at the Torch Theatre, said: "This year's adventure starts with you. "Get involved by helping us to design one of our pantomime baddies – an evil sea creature. "Under the command of the dastardly Mother Gothel, this sea creature scares and traps our heroes deep underwater. "But what does it look like? "It could be part octopus, shark and stingray. "Or is it more like a dolphin with fangs and tentacles? "We just don't know. "We're a little bit stuck and need your help." The Torch Theatre is encouraging young people to let their imaginations run wild. Entries can be created in any format, including collage, digital art or hand-drawn designs. Mr Howe said: "You can send us your ideas for a design in any format. "They could be made of a collage of images and textures, cutouts from magazines, strips of material, created on the computer or they could be hand drawn – let your imaginations run wild." The winning creation will be brought to life by the theatre's production team and featured in every performance of Rapunzel. The competition is open to three age groups: under fives, five to 10, and 11 to 18. A winner will be selected from each category, with one overall winner seeing their design turned into the on-stage sea creature. All entries will be displayed in the Joanna Field Gallery at the Torch Theatre throughout December. Last year's 'Design a Golden Object' competition for Jack and the Beanstalk attracted nearly 200 entries. The Torch Theatre is hoping to see even greater participation this year. The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 10, 2025. Entries should be created on A4 paper and include the designer's name, school or college, and contact details on the back. Designs should be sent to Mother Gothel's Sea Creature Competition, Torch Theatre, St Peter's Rd, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, SA73 2BU. In addition to the main performances, the Torch Theatre has scheduled a relaxed environment performance of Rapunzel for Saturday, December 13 at 2pm, and a BSL-interpreted performance on Tuesday, December 16 at 6pm. For more information, visit the Torch Theatre website or contact the box office on 01646 695267.
Western Telegraph
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Dinosaur Adventure Live coming to Milford Haven theatre
Dinosaur Adventure Live is set to arrive at Milford Haven's Torch Theatre on July 24. Presented by RED Entertainment, the show is embarking on its third UK tour. This year, the adventure features new dinosaurs and a fresh storyline set in an overgrown lab on dinosaur island. Written by Mike Newman, the plot revolves around a malfunctioning satellite that causes chaos with the island's weather, leading to a Jurassic storm. The mission is to find the code to reboot the satellite and save the dinosaurs. Children can take part in the adventure, which includes getting up close with the life-like dinosaurs, learning about their history, and even feeding them. The show aims to educate and entertain, with comic elements throughout. A spokesperson for the show said: "Captivating both the young and young at heart, step back in time to a world of living, breathing, life-like dinosaurs in this brand-new Roar-some adventure!" Dinosaur Adventure Live promises a memorable day out for families, combining educational content with interactive fun. Tickets for the show are on sale now.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pembrokeshire business wins awards at National Arts Awards
A Pembrokeshire business has been recognised with two awards at the National Arts Awards. Milford Haven Port Authority was celebrated at the Arts & Business Cymru Awards for its collaborations with two local arts charities. The awards recognised these partnerships for their ingenuity, influence, and dedication to the community. The ceremony was held at the ICC in Newport and was attended by businesses and arts organisations from across Wales. The evening was hosted by many famous faces from stage, screen and sports, including BAFTA Cymru winner Mark Lewis Jones, Olympic silver medal winner Colin Jackson and BBC Radio Wales presenter Huw Stephens. A highlight of the evening was the victory of Johnathan Chitty, chief financial officer of Milford Haven Port Authority and treasurer of SPAN Arts, who was named Adviser of the Year. Mr Chitty was instrumental in developing SPAN's five-year strategy, which resulted in the organisation attaining Portfolio status with the Arts Council of Wales for the first time in its 30-year history. Mr Chitty said: "I was truly humbled to win this award, as the real winner of the award is not me but the whole team at SPAN. "The staff team at SPAN have truly inspired me through the impact they have in our communities, along with the brilliant creative collaborators and wonderful volunteers." The Port Authority was also acknowledged for its partnership with the Torch Theatre, winning the Arts, Business and Community category. This award was for their efforts to promote arts engagement in West Wales. Their combined efforts, focusing on wellbeing and long-term goals for young people, have provided arts opportunities to more than 5,000 pupils across the region. The awards ceremony serves to acknowledge the critical role partnerships play in supporting Wales' cultural landscape, demonstrating that when arts and business come together, rural communities flourish. Their collaboration highlights Pembrokeshire as a vibrant, creative, and culturally rich region in Wales.
Western Telegraph
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Powerful new dance theatre show coming to Torch Theatre
Let Life Dance will be performed at the Torch Theatre and features a cast of disabled and non-disabled dancers in a moving exploration of the human experience. The performance tells the story of a group navigating life's complexities as they reconnect with themselves, each other, and the world around them. A spokesperson for the show said: "Interweaved with music composed by Jered Sorkin, we know each of us is needed, like the pieces of an elaborate puzzle, to create balance in the world. "There is something to be learnt from every human experience." The production is presented by Humans Move, an emerging professional inclusive dance company that aims to be disability-led and celebrates the value of difference. Choreographed by award-winning choreographer Jessie Brett, Let Life Dance asks what happens when people defy their true nature and examines how life can move through us despite barriers. The performance will take place at the Torch Theatre on Tuesday, June 24, at 7pm. Tickets are priced at £15, with concessions available for £14. For more information or to book, visit the Torch Theatre website or call the box office on 01646 695267.
